Outline of the state of Guam
State
Guam
Addressed

Category
Bullying Policy—Reporting and Investigations

Category
Bullying Policy—Reporting and Investigations

State law addresses reporting and investigations.

17 Guam Code Annotated 3112.1 Same: Policy Against Bullying.

(b) The Guam Education Board (Board) shall adopt a policy prohibiting "harassment, intimidation, or bullying" and "cyberbullying" at school. The content of the policy shall be determined by the Board but shall contain at least the components in Subsection (c). The policy shall be adopted through a process that includes representation of parents or guardians, pupils, teachers, staff, administrators, volunteers, and community representatives.

(c) The policy shall include at least each of the following components:

  • (5) A procedure for reporting an act of "harassment, intimidation, or bullying" and "cyberbullying", including a provision that permits a person to report an act of "harassment, intimidation, or bullying" and "cyberbullying" anonymously. However, this Subsection shall not be construed to permit formal disciplinary action solely on the basis of an anonymous report.
  • (6) A procedure for prompt investigation of reports of violations and complaints, identifying either the principal or the principal's designee as the person responsible for the investigation.
Policy Type
Statute